Inside the creative mind of — Eva Hurtigkarl

Colours play a central role in Eva’s life and work. She is deeply interested in how colours affect mood and atmosphere and enjoys combining them across disciplines – from interiors and table settings to cooking.

As a chef, colour is an essential ingredient. Eva carefully considers the hues of vegetables and how dishes interact visually on a plate or across a buffet. When working with fashion, colours and patterns often serve as a creative starting point for food concepts that mirror a collection’s expression.

When Eva moved into her current home, she wanted it to feel calmer and more grown-up, without losing its social energy. Hosting guests remains a priority, and her interior reflects a balance between warmth, functionality and character. Inspiration comes from many places: friends’ homes, restaurants, museums and hotels visited while travelling, as well as images collected on Instagram. 

While she has a strong appreciation for design from the 1930s through the 1980s, Eva also embraces contemporary solutions. In her kitchen, for example, the lamps are 3D printed – a modern contrast to classic references. 

Eva approaches colour thoughtfully, often planning room by room. She uses colour cards to test combinations, leaving them out for weeks to observe how they shift throughout the day as the light changes.

At the same time, she trusts her instincts. Some decisions happen quickly – like the bedroom wall colour, which she chose in just ten minutes because it immediately felt right. 

We asked Eva to choose three colours from Montana’s palette that reflect her personality. The names themselves bring a smile. As a chef, Eva appreciates that they all reference something edible – and jokes that together they might even make a good dish.